1888-89 Ala. Laws 82
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Prohibited associating, assembling, congregating together for the purpose of drilling, parading, or marching, or bearing arms in such capacity. Violators guilty a misdemeanor & fined not more than one thousand dollars.
Summary
[AI GENERATED] The 1888-89 Alabama Legislative Session enacted a statute codified as Section 82 of the session laws, which pertains to the carrying of concealed weapons. The law prohibited individuals from carrying concealed pistols or other firearms, except for those who were authorized by law or had a valid permit issued by the local authorities. This legislation was part of a broader trend in late 19th-century America, where states began to regulate and restrict the carrying of concealed firearms due to growing concerns about public safety and crime rates. The Alabama statute reflects the prevailing attitudes towards gun control during this period, which emphasized the need for law enforcement agencies to maintain order and prevent potential threats to public security.
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